(1) Studies employing meta-analytic techniques to answer clinical questions are growing exponentially. (2) Given the complex methodology, there is a need to acquaint clinicians with modern-day methodological standards for conducting… Click to show full abstract
(1) Studies employing meta-analytic techniques to answer clinical questions are growing exponentially. (2) Given the complex methodology, there is a need to acquaint clinicians with modern-day methodological standards for conducting systematic reviews and meta-analyses. (3) Although considered to generate the highest level of evidence, meta-analyses have been subjected to criticisms about their validity and place in clinical evidence-based medicine. (4) There is a need to address the quality and limitations of these studies.
               
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